NewsWUSF (NPR Tampa Bay)August 26, 2026Hillsborough
Hillsborough College trustees approve project management and $50 million budget for campus redevelopment
The Hillsborough College board of trustees has authorized the hiring of a project management firm to oversee potential campus construction and formally updated its capital improvement plan to incorporate $50 million in state funding. These actions prepare the institution for a proposed redevelopment project located within the Tampa Bay Rays' stadium district.
Read the full story at WUSF (NPR Tampa Bay)Why It Matters
The college is positioning itself for a major campus expansion or renovation, backed by $50 million in state-allocated funds, which will impact the future layout and facilities of the institution within the stadium district.
Key Facts
- The Hillsborough College board of trustees approved the hiring of a project management firm to act as the owner's representative for future construction.
- The board amended the college's capital improvement plan to officially include $50 million in state-provided funding.
- The project is situated within the Tampa Bay Rays' stadium district.
- The project management firm will only be utilized if construction proceeds.
Who's Mentioned
personRon DeSantis“Governor of Florida, supporter of state funding for the project.”locationRays' stadium district“The geographic area where the campus redevelopment is planned.”organizationPure Project Management“Project management firm selected for the campus initiative.”organizationHillsborough College“The educational institution undergoing campus redevelopment.”personKen Babby“CEO of the Tampa Bay Rays.”personKen Atwater“President of Hillsborough College.”organizationTampa Bay Rays“The professional baseball team proposing the stadium district.”